Got an idea that you’ve always wanted to make a reality? Are you interested in working for yourself? Do you want to start or grow your side gig? Speak to the Student & Graduate Enterprise Team.

Enterprise is all about exploration and turning ideas into reality. Even if you don’t have an idea yet, find out how we can help you develop important skills for your future. It’s about being creative, thinking of new ways to solve problems, being brave enough to try new things, and not being afraid to fail. 

You could be:

  • a freelancer
  • self-employed
  • selling your arts and crafts
  • a side hustler, for example, selling items online
  • starting your own business
  • developing a new idea
  • helping the wider community through your business, and much more

We offer you a unique chance to develop real-world skills beyond the classroom to prepare you for future success.  

We have opportunities for you all year round. Take a look below and find out how to get involved.

Enterprise Drop Ins

Come to a 15-minute appointment to discuss your enterprise-related queries every Thursday during term time from 1:00pm-4:15pm in the Careers space.

Drop-ins will resume in October 2026. In the meantime, please use Ask A Question to send us a message.

Freelancer Series

Our Freelancer Series will return in Autumn 2026. Learn about how to create an authentic brand, find and build clients, price your work and negotiate contracts.

Winter Market

The Winter Market is an opportunity for students to sell handmade goods, such as unique prints, candles, jewellery, ceramics, crochet creations and more.

This is an annual event, and stallholder applications for the next market will open in Autumn 2026.

Flash Fund

Our Flash Fund gives you the opportunity to receive up to £250 to go towards your business idea or freelance venture. Find out more on eligibility criteria via our Flash Fund page.

Ideas Festival

An ideas pitching programme with prizes up to £1,000. Learn how to develop and pitch an idea that solves a problem. Applications will open later in 2026. To find out more, visit Ideas Festival.

Founders Social

Join a community of Manchester Met entrepreneurs, share skills, and learn from inspiring guest speakers. Event dates will be announced soon.

Take a look on our website to learn more about what we offer.

Keep in touch with us by joining our Enterprise Community Group via LinkedIn to be the first to hear about our events and opportunities.